WPP plc CEO Cindy Rose Sells 88,227 Shares

Cindy Rose, the Chief Executive Officer of WPP plc, sold 88,227 shares of the company on June 15, 2026. This transaction was not part of a pre-planned trading scheme. The stock was trading at $18.74 at the time of the sale.

Insider Buying and Selling at WPP plc

Cindy Rose has been active in the market, with multiple transactions on June 15, 2026. She sold 88,227 shares, while previously buying 187,341 shares on the same day. Additionally, Hans Peter Henrik Agnefjall acquired 75,000 shares on May 21, 2026, and Rosemary Joanne Wilson, the CFO, bought 279,720 shares on May 8, 2026.

Other Institutional Activity in WPP plc

Institutional investors have also been adjusting their positions in WPP plc. Hotchkis & Wiley Capital Management LLC increased its holdings by 4,904,636 shares, bringing its total to 15,001,708 shares worth approximately $233.3 million. Pacer Advisors, Inc. added 2,091,786 shares, totaling 3,477,800 shares valued at about $376.4 million. Mondrian Investment Partners Ltd grew its position by 164,692 shares to 3,404,911 shares, valued at $52.9 million. Brandes Investment Partners, LP added 196,657 shares, reaching 898,714 shares worth around $13.98 million. Meanwhile, Dimensional Fund Advisors LP reduced its holdings by 115,860 shares, ending with 667,869 shares valued at $10.38 million.

WPP plc Stock Down 26.3%

Shares of NYSE:WPP traded near $18.74. WPP plc has a market cap of approximately $4.1 billion with a forward P/E ratio of 5.73. The company's stock has seen a 52-week low of $14.81 and a high of $36.66. Its 50-day moving average is $18.08, while the 200-day moving average is $20.21. WPP maintains a current ratio of 0.888 and a quick ratio of 0.874, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 246.47.

Recent Earnings

WPP plc reported revenue of $13.55 billion, reflecting a decline of 8.3%. The company is not currently profitable, with a negative net margin of 1.59% and a return on equity of -5.29%. The next earnings report is expected on August 7, 2026.

Dividend

WPP plc offers a dividend rate of $1.00 per share, yielding 5.27%, with a dividend payout ratio of 114.55%.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On September 20, 2023, Bank of America Securities maintained a 'sell' rating for WPP plc with a price target of $46.0. The consensus among analysts suggests a mean target price of $18.53, based on three opinions.

About WPP plc

WPP plc is a global leader in communication services, providing a wide range of services including marketing strategy, creative ideation, and technology implementation. Headquartered in London, United Kingdom, WPP operates in various regions including North America, Europe, and Asia. The company employs approximately 98,655 people and is led by CEO Ms. Cindy Rose Quackenbush O.B.E.

Bottom Line

Cindy Rose's recent sale of shares highlights ongoing insider activity at WPP plc. Investors often monitor such insider transactions for insights into management's view of the company. While these filings provide a snapshot of past actions, they may not reflect current positions or future intentions.